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EU4PFM Team meets with Ministry of Finance to discuss PFM reforms and screening assistance

February 27, 2024

EU4PFM Team meets with Ministry of Finance to discuss PFM reforms and screening assistance

The EU4PFM Team embarked on a three-day mission to Kyiv to meet with Partner Institutions and discuss current progress, priority areas for further cooperation in budget, customs, tax, and IT streams, and future plans to support Ukraine's successful accession to the EU.

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In Ukraine, the terms of storage for accounting and financial documents have been revised in accordance with the recommendations of the Report of OECD Global Forum

February 26, 2024

In Ukraine, the terms of storage for accounting and financial documents have been revised in accordance with the recommendations of the Report of OECD Global Forum

In Ukraine, the terms of storage for accounting and financial documents have been revised in accordance with the recommendations of the Report of OECD Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes on compliance with the exchange of information on request (EOIR) standard.

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“Implementing change requires thoughtful consideration and respect, recognising the environmental differences and historical contexts of each country.” – Manfred van Kesteren

February 23, 2024

“Implementing change requires thoughtful consideration and respect, recognising the environmental differences and historical contexts of each country.” – Manfred van Kesteren

EU4PFM continues its interview series "Voices of Expertise," introducing international experts who encourage changes and share insights in transforming Ukraine's public finance management landscape. Meet the second interviewee, Manfred van Kesteren, EU4PFM International Expert on Public Internal Financial Control.

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The Government of Ukraine has approved the Strategy for Reforming the Public Procurement System for 2024-2026

February 21, 2024

The Government of Ukraine has approved the Strategy for Reforming the Public Procurement System for 2024-2026

This document will serve as a roadmap for transitioning the Ukrainian procurement system to European standards, thereby ensuring transparency and efficiency in the use of budget funds.

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The Ministry of Finance approved the Long-Term National Strategic Plan for Digital Development, Digital Transformation and Digitalisation of the State Customs Service

February 19, 2024

The Ministry of Finance approved the Long-Term National Strategic Plan for Digital Development, Digital Transformation and Digitalisation of the State Customs Service

The plan was developed in the context of Ukraine's preparation for joining the EU and the implementation of Annex XV to the Association Agreement, which establishes a clear list of measures that Ukraine must implement in order to harmonize customs processes with European standards. Special attention was paid to the fulfilment of all requirements regarding future integrations into EU systems.

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EU4PFM expert opens perspectives for EU businesses in Ukraine at International Conference on Sustainable and Circular Procurement in Moldova

February 13, 2024

EU4PFM expert opens perspectives for EU businesses in Ukraine at International Conference on Sustainable and Circular Procurement in Moldova

From January 31 to February 2, 2024, in Chisinau, Oleksandr Shatkovskyi, Senior Legal Expert of the EU4PFM Public Procurement Component, participated in the International Conference on Sustainable and Circular Procurement for small and medium-sized businesses from the EU and Eastern Partnership countries.

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EU4PFM and the Ministry of Finance continue the digitalisation of Public Finance Management

February 9, 2024

EU4PFM and the Ministry of Finance continue the digitalisation of Public Finance Management

To prepare for the EU accession process, the Ministry of Finance has increased its efforts in digitalising PFM institutions.

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EU4PFM prioritises supporting Ukraine’s accession to the EU

January 31, 2024

EU4PFM prioritises supporting Ukraine’s accession to the EU

EU4PFM Project activities in 2024 will be centred around aligning Ukrainian legislation with EU acquis and preparing for the screening process, which began following the European Council's decision to open accession negotiations with Ukraine.

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On the way to efficient tax compliance: SAF-T UA — a modern tool for interaction with tax authorities for Ukraine

January 26, 2024

On the way to efficient tax compliance: SAF-T UA — a modern tool for interaction with tax authorities for Ukraine

In the midst of an ongoing full-scale war, Ukraine is continuously advancing its public financial management. The E-audit, an advanced technology, empowers tax administrations to explore novel approaches to engage with significant volume of records keeping large taxpayers during the audit process, including the electronic submission of audit-related documentation. 

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The results of “customs visa-free” in 2023 were noteworthy: 41,000 transit declarations were completed, and 182 authorizations were granted for using simplified transit procedures.

January 10, 2024

The results of “customs visa-free” in 2023 were noteworthy: 41,000 transit declarations were completed, and 182 authorizations were granted for using simplified transit procedures.

Throughout 2023, more than 33,600 movements initiated by the customs authorities of Ukraine were successfully completed in the member countries of the Convention on a Common Transit Procedure. Simultaneously, more than 7,600 movements originating from other Convention-participating nations were successfully concluded within Ukraine.

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